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Someone once said that if you repeat an error or a falsehood enough times, it becomes commonly accepted truth. Such is the case for the 2nd Amendment, where after enough claims by liberals that the 2nd Amendment doesn't really apply to individual private citizens, but to armies (militias), uninformed people believe this.
How does this apply to Gurkha House? Well, Marya has been doing a lot of research into past postings on this and other forums. She's found a bunch of erroneous statements that, while most are not intentional, misrepresent who we are, what we produce, and how we do business. These statements are perceptions based on heresay, and have no basis in truth. They have, however, been so often repeated that they are now commonly accepted beliefs about us. I'm going to set the record straight. The format for this post is simple: I'll state the perception (based upon heresay), then I'll state the reality.
Gurkha house sells "rail common" khukuris.
False. "Rail common khukuri" is the American name for a khukuri made from a railroad track or another sub-standard steel source. Gurkha House does not sell these, never has, and never will. EVERY khukuri we offer comes from recycled truck springs - usually 5160. When you see our video, you'll notice the piles and piles of truck springs being used.
Gurkha House buys from a "dealer"
False. We buy from TB Bishwakarma, a manufacturer, through Khukuri House. Lalit and TB are old friends, business partners, and served together as Gurkhas in the same unit. They started this business together, and I am their representative in the US and, frequently, worldwide. Gurkha House adds added value to the products produced in Dharan by offering a lifetime guarantee and easy access to a variety of khukuris. Incidentally, if we DID only buy from a dealer, that alone would mean nothing - as long as the khukuris delivered were up to standard.
TB's production facilities aren't well equipped and his kamis are somehow "underpaid."
False. When you see the video, you'll see how much disposable income the kamis have - evidenced by their gold rings, western watches, clean clothes, and good diet.
Gurkha House khukuris are not blessed.
False. Although I have not included this feature in my marketing, TBs shop and everything in is sanctified by puja. A puja was done while I was there in honor of Bladeforums with a large black goat - you'll see this in it's entirety on the video. I am NOT an expert in the religious beliefs and practices of the bishwakarmas, but I do know that they take this very seriously.
Gurkha House has no control over quality
False. As mentioned in other recent threads, we have noticed a marked increase in quality in the 2 years we've been in business specifically BECAUSE we have an open line of communication through Lalit to TB, who in turn, tweaks things as needed. Compare the quality of any recent GH khukuri to another brand, and you'll notice that any differences are "superficial" (a quote from a recent email) if present at all.
The quality of our khukuris stands by itself and so does our customer service. I didn't say the things above because I had to, but because I wanted to. Please forgive me if I sound angry, but I do grow a bit tired of reading and re-reading some statements that, while innocently stated, are not fact-based.
Thanks for letting me vent here. For most of you, this post has no meaning, as you already know in your hearts and hands what I've said above.
Craig.
[This message has been edited by Craig Gottlieb (edited 06-22-2000).]
How does this apply to Gurkha House? Well, Marya has been doing a lot of research into past postings on this and other forums. She's found a bunch of erroneous statements that, while most are not intentional, misrepresent who we are, what we produce, and how we do business. These statements are perceptions based on heresay, and have no basis in truth. They have, however, been so often repeated that they are now commonly accepted beliefs about us. I'm going to set the record straight. The format for this post is simple: I'll state the perception (based upon heresay), then I'll state the reality.
Gurkha house sells "rail common" khukuris.
False. "Rail common khukuri" is the American name for a khukuri made from a railroad track or another sub-standard steel source. Gurkha House does not sell these, never has, and never will. EVERY khukuri we offer comes from recycled truck springs - usually 5160. When you see our video, you'll notice the piles and piles of truck springs being used.
Gurkha House buys from a "dealer"
False. We buy from TB Bishwakarma, a manufacturer, through Khukuri House. Lalit and TB are old friends, business partners, and served together as Gurkhas in the same unit. They started this business together, and I am their representative in the US and, frequently, worldwide. Gurkha House adds added value to the products produced in Dharan by offering a lifetime guarantee and easy access to a variety of khukuris. Incidentally, if we DID only buy from a dealer, that alone would mean nothing - as long as the khukuris delivered were up to standard.
TB's production facilities aren't well equipped and his kamis are somehow "underpaid."
False. When you see the video, you'll see how much disposable income the kamis have - evidenced by their gold rings, western watches, clean clothes, and good diet.
Gurkha House khukuris are not blessed.
False. Although I have not included this feature in my marketing, TBs shop and everything in is sanctified by puja. A puja was done while I was there in honor of Bladeforums with a large black goat - you'll see this in it's entirety on the video. I am NOT an expert in the religious beliefs and practices of the bishwakarmas, but I do know that they take this very seriously.
Gurkha House has no control over quality
False. As mentioned in other recent threads, we have noticed a marked increase in quality in the 2 years we've been in business specifically BECAUSE we have an open line of communication through Lalit to TB, who in turn, tweaks things as needed. Compare the quality of any recent GH khukuri to another brand, and you'll notice that any differences are "superficial" (a quote from a recent email) if present at all.
The quality of our khukuris stands by itself and so does our customer service. I didn't say the things above because I had to, but because I wanted to. Please forgive me if I sound angry, but I do grow a bit tired of reading and re-reading some statements that, while innocently stated, are not fact-based.
Thanks for letting me vent here. For most of you, this post has no meaning, as you already know in your hearts and hands what I've said above.
Craig.
[This message has been edited by Craig Gottlieb (edited 06-22-2000).]
